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Dora Von Wald

Dora Von Wald

LICSW

Minnesota

Motivational support with acceptance and action

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At a glance

Credentials
LICSW
License
LICSW, Minnesota / 30943
Experience
3 years
Languages
English
Location
Minnesota

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    • Motivation-focused
    • Evidence informed
    • Strengths based

    About Dora

    Dora Von Wald is a licensed independent clinical social worker who focuses on helping people build motivation and clarity for change. She uses approaches like Motivational Interviewing and acceptance-based work to help clients move toward the life they want. Dora writes in a straightforward, warm way and centers each session on the person she is meeting.

    She brings three years of clinical experience supporting people with stress and anxiety. She also helps with relationship concerns, self-esteem, coping with life changes, and ADHD. Dora pays attention to how physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and relational parts of life interact when challenges come up.

    Dora aims to create a trusting relationship and to meet clients where they are. Sessions focus on practical steps informed by evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral strategies, mindfulness, and client-centered listening. Motivational Interviewing is used to explore a person's readiness for change and to strengthen their own reasons for taking action.

    She values clients' strengths and treats each person as the expert on their own story. Dora emphasizes collaboration, gentle challenge, and practical skills that can be used between sessions. The work is paced to match a client's needs and goals.

    Outside of work she enjoys reading memoirs and novels, making cozy spaces, crafting, and sharing laughs with friends and family. These interests inform a relaxed, human approach in sessions.

  2. How Dora’s approaches translate to online work

    Dora commonly integrates Motivational Interviewing and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in her sessions. Motivational Interviewing focuses on listening for what matters to a person and helping them find their own reasons to change; it can be useful for building momentum around goals. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that match their values, which can aid with anxiety, life changes, and motivation.

    Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dora works collaboratively to learn about a person's goals, preferences, and daily life. Together they decide which techniques to try and adjust them over time based on what helps most.

    Confirm current session options before booking so you know how sessions are scheduled and delivered. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Some people find video sessions best for deeper conversation while others prefer phone check-ins for quick support; Dora will talk through what may suit your routine and needs.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changesADHD

    Additional focus areas

    Body imageLife purposePost-traumatic stressSelf-loveWomen's issues

    Therapeutic approaches

    Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

    Experience

    3+ years

    Listed in

    Minnesota

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What concerns does she help with?

    Dora works with stress, anxiety, relationship matters, self-esteem, coping with life changes, and ADHD. Additional focuses include body image, life purpose, post-traumatic stress, self-love, and women's issues.

    What is her therapeutic style like?

    She blends Motivational Interviewing with acceptance and cognitive approaches and client-centered listening. Sessions emphasize collaboration, practical steps, and building on strengths.

    How much clinical experience does she have?

    She has three years of professional experience working with these concerns in a clinical setting.

    What are her credentials and where is she based?

    Dora is a LICSW licensed in Minnesota and provides care from that location.

    Which languages are supported for sessions?

    Sessions are offered in English.

    Can international clients work with her?

    She does not accept international clients at this time.

    How does cost and billing work?

    Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

    How do I start sessions with her?

    Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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